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Oakland Mayor Faces Recall Amid Crime and Homelessness Crisis

Residents demand change as city grapples with rising crime, homelessness, and fiscal challenges.

  • Mayor Sheng Thao's home was raided by the FBI, adding to the turmoil.
  • A recall election is set for November after a petition gathered over 25,000 signatures.
  • Critics blame Thao for firing the police chief and worsening public safety.
  • Homelessness has surged, with over 1,500 encampments still present.
  • Business closures and economic instability plague the city post-pandemic.
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